1950 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1950 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A135 | Galant |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |